today's other readings are Isaiah 25: 6-10 and Psalm 23
Last Friday was Black Friday. Two days ago it was Cyber Monday. Both days having its focus on "shop 'til you drop". But yesterday it was "Giving Tuesday". A day with a whole different theme.
My question is - shouldn't "Giving Tuesday" be everyday? I know, yesterday there was a special focus on giving monetarily to charities. And that is important. For the countless many charities that do so much good do need our financial assistance, including our own parish.
But giving cannot just be restricted to the sharing our treasure. There is the giving of our time and talents too, so starters. In fact, the giving of time, talent and treasure with gratitude is a major part of the foundation of being a good Christian steward, as highlighted in the parables found in Matthew 25.
So what are these ways we can give, besides our treasure? How about volunteering - that is a giving of your time and talents. And God knows that more than a few good causes need people like you to do so.
There is also a giving and sharing of what we have. In today's gospel, someone offers seven loaves and two fish to help feed the multitudes. Not enough, but it was a start. And Jesus uses it to feed all in that wonderful miracle.
Giving - of what we have and who we are. And not just yesterday. Not just today. But everyday.